Your First Birthday

Photo courtesy of Kristen Papac

Today is your first birthday

And I’m feeling really numb

I can’t believe it’s been a year

Since the day that you have come

At 1.18 pm, you were brought into this world

A bundle of joy much anticipated

Your future planned way ahead of time

Because a whole 10 months we had waited

We were meant to have loads of good times

Together- talking, laughing, playing

Recording your monthly milestones

Your weight, height and things you were saying

I ache for these things every day

For my arms to be heavy with your weight

To change your diapers, to breastfeed you

And sleep in with you ‘til late

My intense joy and love for you

To everyone- I always declare

All things that encompass you

I feel compelled to share

Not a day goes by without you, Shiloh

Always on the forefront of my mind

I think, talk, write, and cry for you

Our lives are forever intertwined

My heavenly baby angel

For eternity you will be

As I see you in all earthly creatures

Insects, flowers, and even our lemon tree

So happy first birthday to you- love of my life

And just so you don’t get a stomachache

You and all the other angel babies  

Need to take it easy on your birthday cake!

-Love your mommy